2012 KIA Ceed 1 1.4L Petrol · TNZ 5376

The vehicle’s most recent MOT test on 2025-11-08 at 105,839 miles confirms it remains roadworthy with no defects recorded, maintaining a consistent pass history across all prior tests since 2022. The absence of advisories or failures over the last three annual tests suggests the vehicle has been subjected to regular, if not rigorous, maintenance. However, the 2022 failure at 92,581 miles , just three days before its subsequent pass at 92,624 miles, warrants scrutiny—though no defects were logged, this anomaly could indicate a brief oversight in pre-test preparation or a minor, non-critical issue that was rectified before the retest. Overall, the trend is stable, with no evidence of worsening mechanical concerns, but the lack of advisories or failures does not preclude the need for a thorough independent inspection. The recorded mileage progression of approximately 7,560 miles per year aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, though the gap between the 2022 failure and pass —just three miles apart—stands out as unusual. The most significant mileage jump occurred between 2022-08-22 (92,624 miles) and 2023-11-08 (97,571 miles) , accumulating 4,947 miles in just 2.5 months , which could imply either intensive use or a period of neglect before corrective maintenance. The remaining intervals—consistently around 5,000 miles annually —suggest the vehicle was not left stationary for prolonged periods, reducing the risk of suspension corrosion or fluid degradation. Still, the rapid mileage spike raises questions about whether critical components like brakes, suspension, or drivetrain were serviced at appropriate intervals during that period. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise an inspection of suspension integrity , particularly the rear coil springs and bushes , as these are common wear items on this model that often fail without pre-warning. The 2022 retest proximity hints at potential brake or steering concerns, so rear brake binding, uneven disc wear, or worn suspension mounts should be checked. Corrosion in wheel arches, subframe, or sills—common in UK climates—must be assessed, especially if the vehicle was driven through salted roads or parked near the coast. Finally, fluid levels (brake, power steering, coolant) and exhaust emissions trends (if available) would reveal whether the engine or emissions system has been maintained beyond the MOT’s surface-level checks. No advisories in the record mean these areas were not flagged by testers, but they remain critical for long-term reliability.